Louisiana inmate escapes custody
Louisiana inmate, convicted murderer Leon Ruffin, escapes custody during medical transport after pepper-spraying a deputy. Ruffin is considered armed and dangerous, and his current whereabouts are unknown.
Key Points
- Convicted murderer Leon Ruffin escaped custody during medical transport
- Ruffin pepper-sprayed a deputy, stole a police vehicle, and fled the scene
- Law enforcement is working to locate Ruffin
Pros
- Law enforcement agencies are actively searching for the escaped inmate
- Public urged to report any information related to inmate's location to the authorities
Cons
- Inmate is considered armed and dangerous
- Unclear if any shots struck the inmate during the escape